Write a Book in a Day 2017

The group returned with Terry following behind. When arriving back to the school Drew noticed that Miss Lotus was joined by two figures that he had seen before; a short man carrying a small fox and a scary old woman. It suddenly occurred to him that these were the two who were plotting to steal Terry. Drew pulled Riley aside, pointing to the two and whispered, “those are the people that are going to steal Terry.” “Are you sure? They look nice to me.” Riley replied, smiling. “I’m certain of it.” Drew said, getting increasingly frustrated. “It’s Earl and Doris for sure. Just trust me, alright?” “Okay,” Riley said nodding “What do you need me to do?” “I just need you to keep an eye on Terry and keep him away from those two.” “Okay, I’ll try my best but I’ve already promised to help Miss Lotus with the cake as well.” As the night went on, the moon rose over the distant hills and the fire was blazing, Riley and Drew were subtly spying on Earl and Doris, judging their every move. Terry and the children danced around the bonfire under the light of the moon and stars, singing the song they had prepared:

Terry is back, from the bush track. Clap! Clap! Clap! What did you eat Terry, what did you do? Did you eat bush tucker and dance with kangaroo’s? Terry is back, from the bush track. Clap! Clap! Clap! What did you see Terry, where did you sleep? Did you see amazing sights and stargaze where animals creep. Terry is back, from the bush track. Clap! Clap! Clap! To celebrate his birthday under moonlight. To dance and sing around the fire burning so bright.

Terry loved their song and joined in, dancing and dancing for hours.

The now rather tired group went silent as Miss Lotus entered with the scrumptious cake they had made for Terry, three stories high with a giant ‘T’ on the top, candles lit up the frosting to show the cakes vibrant colours. Everyone started to sing in harmony.